Outreach Development Specialist
About The Position
National Louis is a 135+ year old university that has been grounded in the values of innovation, access, excellence, and equity from its inception. As an institution, we believe in providing access to educational opportunity and that education is our greatest lever for social and economic mobility. We are a student-focused community that is committed to continuous improvement and superior student service. We believe that through education we are able to empower change and build healthy communities. Our hard-working community is based on collaboration and respect for all team members and students. What You Will Do: National Louis University (NLU) is looking for a strategic, high-energy Outreach Development Specialist to drive partnership, enrollment, and revenue growth within the K-12 and Early Childhood sectors. This role is a unique blend of mission-driven advocacy and high-level business development. We need a professional who can navigate the complexities of a university ecosystem while maintaining the drive and efficiency of a seasoned sales professional.
Requirements
- Experience: 3–5 years of related experience, including a proven background in sales or business development.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required
- Mindset: Results-driven with a track record of meeting or exceeding growth targets and KPIs.
- Technical Proficiency: High-level MS Office skills (advanced PowerPoint for decks, Excel for data tracking, and Word for contract drafts) and experience with CRM systems (Salesforce).
- Communication: Mastery of presentation delivery and the ability to influence executive-level decision-makers.
- Organizational Skills: Exceptional time management abilities with the discipline to manage a remote or field-based portfolio independently.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Identify & Secure: Proactively scout and secure new partnership opportunities within assigned K-12 and Early Childhood verticals.
- Negotiate & Close: Lead the delivery and negotiation of contractual agreements in coordination with the Asst. Director of Partnerships.
- Results-Driven Execution: Take ownership of your territory’s growth, translating NLU’s overarching strategic plan into actionable, localized outreach that hits enrollment and revenue targets.
- Dynamic Presentations: Design and conduct high-impact information sessions for diverse stakeholders—from one-on-one meetings with Center Directors to board-level presentations for school districts.
- Persuasive Storytelling: Use your exceptional presentation skills to transform complex academic programs into compelling, value-driven narratives that inspire institutional commitment.
- Internal Diplomacy: Build and strengthen connections with NLU’s internal academic partners to ensure our offerings remain aligned with market needs.
- Strategic Time Management: Effectively prioritize your calendar between lead generation, client meetings, and internal collaboration to maximize territory impact.
- Data Integrity: Meticulously manage and document day-to-day activities within NLU’s CRM (Salesforce) to create total transparency for the leadership team.
- Market Analysis: Stay abreast of industry trends and competitor landscapes to identify untapped opportunities.
Benefits
- At National Louis University, we offer our employees an innovative environment to work together and inspire the ideas that will make an impact. As our external environment changes, our employees are provided the opportunities and tools needed to grow both personally and professionally to remain successful. NLU employees and dependents are offered a wide range of benefits, including but not limited to, Health Insurance benefits, Retirement benefits, Paid Time Off and Educational Opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
